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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Valley West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (12 Rentals)
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$1,748 - $2,198Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hilltop Terrace
4166 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
4134 Third Ave
San DiegoCA92103
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Mission Valley West, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Valley West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Valley West Studio Apartments | $2,268 | $1,748 | $2,545 |
| Mission Valley West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,890 | $1,500 | $7,896 |
| Mission Valley West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,755 | $2,400 | $8,808 |
| Mission Valley West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,499 | $3,770 | $6,371 |
| Mission Valley West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,086 | $6,086 | $6,086 |
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Cheapest Available Mission Valley West Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Valley West area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 4030 Front St priced from $1,500. Hilltop Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,748. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4030 Front St | 4030 Front St. | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Hilltop Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,748 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Montecito Point | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,148 |
| 5747 Lauretta | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley West, CA
As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley West area is the $3.19 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at The Margo in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,594. The second greatest value Mission Valley West apartment is the H Model at Pacific Ridge starting at $4,600 with a $3.35 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Valley West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Margo | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| Pacific Ridge | H | 3BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| Mission Hills Apartments | THE CRANE | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes | Bel Air | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Apex Mission Valley | 1 Bed 1 Bath Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| 402 Arbor Dr | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 4th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Montecito Point | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| 4030 Front St | 4030 Front St. | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Mission Valley West, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Mission Valley West Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Valley West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mission Valley West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mission Valley West is under $2,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mission Valley West?
The cheapest apartment in Mission Valley West is 4030 Front St which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Mission Valley West costs $6,086.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mission Valley West?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Mission Valley West that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mission Valley West?
Cheap apartments in Mission Valley West have an average cost of $218 which is $5,868 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mission Valley West.
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